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Friday Links – School Update Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I have long days working all day and then going to class at night; Not to mention I have to find time to study and get homework done. Are you struggling to find motivation with your financial goals? How To Drive Green And Save On Gas Mileage. My week, just like last week has been a blur. It May Not Matter.

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How Much Car Can I Afford?

Savings Corner

You can use fueleconomy.gov to search for mileage estimates for your car of choice. Selecting a car with good gas mileage will save you money each month and could help you maximize any employer mileage reimbursements. Aim to find a car that costs no more than 20 percent of your take-home pay.

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Meet a Reader | Midwest Andrea

The Frugal Girl

Our long-term goal is to retire in our 40s, and the first step is to pay off this mortgage (in addition to recommended retirement investing). Manual cars are generally cheaper than automatic and have better gas mileage because they are lighter weight). Hardest: I find it hard to balance saving money with making memories.

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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

Many people don’t have the mentors I had in my parents, and they find themselves in financial trouble as adults simply due to a lack of knowledge. A lot of blood, sweat, and tears were shed here, but we both agree that having no mortgage gave us a serious leg up on our retirement savings and other financial goals. That’s not right.